Shaping and Slicing Operations Manager

Veolia Environnement SA•Hemlock, MI

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Job Summary: The Filter Press Area Operations Manager (OM) oversees the safe performance of 7-Filter Presses and other wastewater processing equipment at a Veolia Industrial Wastewater plant, while focusing on ways to improve processes and increase productivity. The OM will work directly for the Veolia Site Leader to foster a compliance-based culture with the client, outside regulatory agencies, and within Veolia itself while serving as a driving force for the EHS program. The Operations Manager is the visible and active leader for approximately 16 Operations employees, promoting a favorable and productive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited college or university with 2 years of experience (or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience) in filter press and/or wastewater operations
Minimum 1 additional year of experience managing people in a wastewater facility or manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated people and operations management skills
Demonstrated project management skills
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing process, Six Sigma & or Kaizen Knowledge of ISO 9001 QMS
Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production and inventory control, variable cost productivity, and fulfillment metrics, quality systems, cost systems, and fulfillment metrics, and procedures
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, & other governmental regulations
Proficiency in SAP
Bachelor degree in engineering from an accredited college or university (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial)
Prior experience in plant operations and people management
Prior experience in wastewater or industrial plant operations

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operation of the filter press area of the facility ensuring optimal performance and efficiency
Review system performance and implement preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime
Troubleshoot and resolve issues
Collaborate with others to understand the overall operation of the facility
Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health and safety regulations
With the assistance of the Human Resources Manager and Veolia Site Leader, manage a team of Operations Employees and others, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations
Develop, implement, and maintain standard operation procedures (SOPs) for the filter press area and associated operations
Monitoring and maintaining accurate inventory levels
Manage budgets
Prepare and present regular reports on system performance and improvement initiatives
Other duties as assigned